Custom MMIC    Westford, MA 01886
May 24, 2013 Supplied in RoHs-compliant, 3 x 3 mm plastic SMT package, CMD185P3 has low noise figure of 1.9 dB and associated gain of +15 dB across 4–8 GHz bandwidth. LNA requires single positive supply of +4.0 V @ 75 mA and has output 1 dB compression point at +15 dBm. Suited for converter chains in communications systems where small size and low DC power consumption are required, product is 50 Ω matched on input and output ports. This eliminates need for external DC blocks and matching components.

Maxtena, Inc.    Rockville, MD 20855
May 23, 2013 Combining Helicore® technology with monopole-type UHF antenna operating from 300–800 MHz, DualMax-Helical/UHF is suitable for applications requiring simultaneous access to different satellite systems for emergency communication. Helical element can be tuned for GPS/GLONASS bands, Iridium network, or Globalstar network. Measuring 50 mm in length by 13.2 mm in diameter from top of radome to base, antenna includes U.FL connector as standard, and cable with customizable length and thickness.

Altus Positioning Systems    Torrance, CA 90501
Apr 26, 2013 Using TERRASTAR-D Precise Point Positioning (PPP) augmentation service, APS-T provides real-time, decimeter-level GNSS surveying solution without need for local reference station with UHF radios or cellular coverage from Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) networks. Solution contains Septentrio GNSS receiver with embedded L-band modem and is fully upgradeable to GNSS RTK rover if higher accuracy is required. Unit can be configured from data collector through Bluetooth or serial cable connection.

Agilent Technologies, Inc.    Santa Clara, CA 95051
Apr 26, 2013 Agilent N7609B Signal Studio for GNSS software offers real-time and scenario generator options, including PFP for GPS, SFP for GLONASS, UFP for Galileo, and WFP for Beidou. Users can simulate stationary/moving receivers, and functionality also supports custom scenario creation/editing. There are 40 channels for line-of-sight and multipath signals available for any combination of GPS, GLONASS, and Beidou satellite navigation systems; 16 additional channels are available for Galileo system.

Z-Communications, Inc.    San Diego, CA 92126
Apr 19, 2013 Operating from 2,700–5,400 MHz with tuning voltage range of 0–24 Vdc, Model V600ME31-LF features typical phase noise of -107 dBc/Hz at 100 kHz offset and average tuning sensitivity of 140 MHz/V. Octave tuning VCO delivers typical output power of 7 dBm into 50 Ω load while operating from 5 Vdc supply and drawing 25 mA. Housed in 0.5 x 0.5 x 0.16 in. package, oscillator operates from -40 to 85°C while suppressing second harmonic to better than -20 dBc.

Telairity, Inc.    Santa Clara, CA 95054-3110
Apr 09, 2013 Intended for broadcasters, cable/satellite operators, and telecom services, BE-IRD-5600 features front panel confidence monitor, frame synchronization capabilities, and both 4:2:2/4:2:0 and MPEG-2/MPEG-4 (H.264/AVC) decoding. Built-in multiplexer allows user to create customized single program or multiple program transport streams over IP. Other features include BISS/BISS-E descrambler, HD to SD down-conversion, and 2 PCMCIA Common Interface card slots to support Conditional Access systems.

Ethertronics, Inc.    San Diego, CA 92121
Apr 08, 2013 EtherDAS 1.5™ and EtherDAS S™ can achieve passive intermodulation (PIM) performance of -153 dBc in all 2G, 3G, and 4G bands – from 700 MHz to 2.7 GHz. While EtherDAS 1.5 provides Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) spec of <1.5:1 for optimum impedance match, EtherDAS S employs proprietary technique to shape antenna's radiation pattern and thereby optimize wireless coverage within building. Both products come in N connector, DIN connector, and 500 mm pigtail with N connector versions.

SpectraTime    Neuchtel 2000  Switzerland
Mar 27, 2013 Featuring 76 x 20 x 38 mm footprint, GXClok™-500 integrates 50-channel GPS/GNSS receiver with crystal oscillator module. Device features low phase noise of -95 dBc/Hz at 1 Hz from 10 MHz carrier and high frequency stability of ±3E-10 over temperature range of -40 to +85°C. Consuming 3 W nominal, GXClok-500 provides precision timing for satcom, telecom, navigation, broadcast, defense, and instrumentation applications.

Custom MMIC    Westford, MA 01886
Feb 27, 2013 Housed in 3 x 3 mm QFN plastic surface mount package, 5–11 GHz Model CMD132P3 delivers greater than 20 dB of gain across entire bandwidth, and has corresponding output 1 dB compression point of +10 dBm. RoHS-compliant device requires single supply voltage of +3.6 V at 30 mA. In addition to microwave radios and C- and X-band applications, amplifier is suitable for point-to-point radios, point-to-multipoint radios, military/space applications, and test instrumentation.

M/A-COM Technology Solutions, Inc.    Lowell, MA 01851
Feb 15, 2013 Housed in 3 x 3 mm PQFN surface mount package, MAAL-010528 GaAs MMIC LNA provides nominal gain of 20 dB, OIP3 linearity of 26 dBm, and mid-band noise figure supply of 1.6 dB over 8.0–12.0 GHz frequency band. Unit features self-bias architecture which requires user to apply only single positive supply. Internally matched to 50 Ω input/output, 60 mA amplifier is suited for V-Sat, radar, and microwave applications.

MediaTek Inc.    Hsin-Chu   Taiwan
Feb 04, 2013 Able to discover GPS, Beidou, GLONASS, Galileo, and QZSS constellations, MT3332/MT3333 delivers signal acquisition and tracking sensitivity to enhance signal quality in cities, tunnels, or multi-story car-parks. Multi-GNSS receiver design can reduce cumulative distance and positioning error accumulated over time/multiple hops, improving navigation accuracy. Also included, AlwaysLocate™ technology can identify user's state and automatically adjust satellite signal receiving modes.

Beam Communications Pty Ltd    Mulgrave, Victoria   Australia
Nov 26, 2012 Operating with Inmarsat Broadband Global Area Network, RapidSat700 supports data rates up to 492 kbps and provides WiFi connection up to 45 m outdoors. Satellite communications system includes 10/100 Mbps LAN ports, RJ11 voice/fax and handset, voice/data connectivity, and integrated power management with status indicators and fan-forced cooling. With built-in lithium battery backup of 538 WHr, system delivers non-stop 24 hours of transmit time.

Beam Communications Pty Ltd    Mulgrave, Victoria   Australia
Nov 26, 2012 Operating with Inmarsat BGAN (Broadband Global Area Network) network, RapidSat700 provides complete solution for satellite communication deployment in emergency situations, first responder, and disaster recovery work and also accelerates access to voice and satellite data/internet access in remote areas. System supports data rates up to 492 kbps and provides WiFi connection up to 45 m outdoors. Built-in 538 WHr lithium battery backup enables 24 hr, non-stop transmission.

Altus Positioning Systems    Torrance, CA 90501
Nov 09, 2012 Featuring embedded L-band capability, APS-3L GNSS receiver works with Veripos TERRASTAR-D differential correction service and provides real-time kinematic (RTK) and precise point positioning (PPP) with integrated embedded UHF, cellular, and L-band satellite differential interfaces. When out of wireless range of terrestrial UHF radios or cellular networks, system seamlessly transitions to L-band satellite connections for continuous decimeter-level PPP.

Agilent Technologies, Inc.    Santa Clara, CA 95051
Oct 08, 2012 Signal Studio for GNSS software (N7609B) features real-time and basic mode capabilities designed to let engineers simulate Galileo signals for receiver testing and address manufacturing test market needs. Capability comprising Advanced Galileo real-time mode and Scenario Generator for Advanced Galileo lets users perform multi-satellite simulation for European Galileo system. It also supports generation of signals that simulate combination of Galileo, GPS, and/or GLONASS satellites.

Hughes Network Systems, LLC    Germantown, MD 20876
Sep 20, 2012 HN and HX Systems feature TurboPage® with ActiveCompression™, which provides up to 50% compression gain of transmitted HTTP traffic by compressing text and image data. This loss-less compression algorithm reduces volume of data transmitted through satellites and increases overall network bandwidth efficiency/performance while preserving original quality of text and images. Also included, dual stack IPv4/IPv6 capability enables simultaneous support of both protocols.

Comtech Xicom Technology, Inc.    Santa Clara, CA 95054
Sep 11, 2012 Delivering coverage from 12.75-14.5 GHz, Ku-band traveling wave tube amplifiers (TWTAs) antenna-mount TWTAs include 400 W model XTD-400KHE and 750 W model XTD-750KHE. Models XTD-1250KL antenna-mount amplifier and XTRT-1250KL rack-mount amplifiers with touch screen control interface are also available with extended wide-band coverage and rated at 1,250 W. Each TWTA provides full spec-compliant performance over expanded band.

Trimble Navigation Limited    Sunnyvale, CA 94085-3913
Aug 31, 2012 With Trimble® Yield Monitoring for CFX-750(TM) Display, farmers can accurately view, map, and record crop yield and moisture data in real-time to instantly understand how well their crops performed. Yield data enables farmers to generate variable-rate prescription maps for seed, fertilizer, and chemicals to help create high-yielding environment year-after-year, and allows for critical analyses for optimal operational decision making and farm planning.

L-Com, Inc.    North Andover, MA 01845
Aug 15, 2012 Designed for performance in 4.9-5.8 GHz applications, HyperLink MIMO/802.11n antennas produce directive signal beam common in point-to-point applications. Dual polarity feature allows multi-thread communication, or transmitting data on one polarization and receiving it on other simultaneously. Comprising 3 models with 25, 30, or 34 dBi gain, antennas use type N-Female connectors and also include tilt and swivel mast mounting hardware.

Altus Positioning Systems    Torrance, CA 90501
Jul 31, 2012 Integrating Psion WORKABOUT PRO handheld computer with Altus' APS-3 RTK GNSS receiver, ProCyon System delivers 1 cm RTK accuracy using external antenna, integrated camera, and quad-band GSM modem. Handheld system has hardware expansion slots, as well as range of available add-ons, including fingerprint scanners and RFID readers. ProCyon Windows Mobile operating system accommodates ESRI ArcPad and ArcGIS applications, both of which utilize NMEA messages.